Card Art by Helen

Here's this month's colour combination:

And here's the project it inspired:

This card features two colours from our new In Color™ Collection, and the bright tones of Strawberry Slush and Timid Tiger are perfect for creating topical plumage for the birds in the Feathered Fun Photopolymer Stamp Set.
 

The twin bird line image from the Feathered Fun set was stamped using Tuxedo Black Memento™ Ink on Basic White Cardstock. The image was then coloured using Lemon Lime Twist Stampin' Blends, and Strawberry Slush and Timid Tiger Stampin' Write Markers (Stampin' Blends could be substituted for a less solid effect). The image was carefully cut out using Paper Snips. The detailed leaf image was stamped multiple times on Basic White Cardstock using Lemon Lime Twist Ink, and the stamped images also carefully cut out.

The solid heart die measuring approximately 3¼" wide from the Hearts of Elegance Dies was used to cut a heart shape from Strawberry Slush Cardstock. This was adhered to a Basic White Cardstock rectangle measuring 3½" x 4¾". The bird element was added to the left-hand side of the heart using Stampin' Dimensionals, and the stamped leaves tucked underneath. The sentiment, from the Hearts of Elegance Photopolymer Stamp Set, was stamped using Tuxedo Black Memento Ink on Basic White Cardstock, and the sentiment carefully cut out in two parts as shown using Paper Snips. The two parts of the sentiment were then adhered to the card panel using Stampin' Dimensionals.

The card panel was adhered to a 4⅞" x 3⅝" Timid Tiger Cardstock rectangle, and the layered panel added to a Lemon Lime Twist folded card base. Timid Tiger Flat Pearls, from the 2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls, were added as embellishments.

Shop my top product picks for this project:

Feathered Fun Photopolymer Stamp Set
$29.00

Hearts of Elegance Bundle
$69.25

2025-2027 In Color™ Flat Pearls
$11.75

The Share a Smile Kit ($20) includes everything you need to create bright and cheerful uplifting cards so you always have one on hand to share with someone who needs it.

You'll get all the supplies needed to make 8 unique cards, measuring 3½" x 5" (8.9 cm x 12.7 cm), and coordinating printed envelopes. Your kit also includes a printed notecard box, perfect for storing or for gifting your completed cards as a set. Create your cards by adding the varied precut printed pieces featuring design elements, accents, and sentiments to your printed notecard bases. Coordinating Stampin' Up! colours are Basic Black, Crushed Curry, Early Espresso, Fresh Freesia, Garden Green, Melon Mambo, and Pumpkin Pie.
 

Don't forget you can check out the full range of kits that are available at any time in my online store.

The Beautiful Blues Kit ($32) includes everything you need to create stunning cards featuring hand-painted floral designs in a rich palette of shades of blue.

You'll get all the supplies needed to make 9 cards, 3 each of 3 designs, measuring 4¼" x 5½" (10.8 x 14 cm). With printed card bases and coordinating envelopes, you'll complete your projects with detailed precut paper pieces and dot embellishments. A Night of Navy Classic Stampin' Spot is also included, along with the exclusive Beautiful Blues Photopolymer Stamp Set to add stylish sentiments and decoration to your cards. Additional coordinating Stampin' Up! colours are Basic White, and Blueberry Bushel.
 

Don't forget you can check out the full range of kits that are available at any time in my online store.

NEW products are now available in our Online Exclusives Collection. There are some amazing products in this new release that you will only see online, not in our new Annual Catalogue!
 

The Celebratory Sips Suite Collection theme of mixed drinks in a bright, watercolour style is perfect for party decoration and almost any celebration. The Cheers & Sips Bundle gives you stamped images and coordinating dies to build your own (paper) cocktail bar!
 

 

The Celebratory Sips 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Designer Series Paper features bright patterns, florals, and detailed watercolour drink designs. The Glass & Gardens Embossing Folders is a double pack, and provides both a detailed floral and an etched glass pattern for you to use to add texture to your designs. This suite's Holographic Resin Dots and Gold Striped ⅜" (1 cm) Mesh Ribbon will add subtle shine and a touch of luxury to your projects.
 

 

The Scenic Adventure Bundle features coordinating stamps and dies designed to create layered mountain landscapes, full of detail and texture. This set is perfect for both scrapbooking and card projects with a nature-theme.
 

 

The whimsical floral elements in the Blooming Phrases Photopolymer Stamp Set are paired with smooth scripted sentiments that can be used as stems to build flower images, or can stand on their own in your projects.
 

 

Our popular Stampin' Write Marker Assortments in all our color collections will now be found online, and the 5-colour pack featuring the NEW 2025-2027 In Color™ Collection has been added to the assortments of dual-tipped markers you can purchase.
 

 

These are only a few of the new items that are now available, and you'll want to check out the Online Exclusives section of my online store to see them all. Don't forget that all Online Exclusive products are initially available while supplies last!

Here's this month's sketch:

And here's the project it inspired:

The new Online Exclusive Floral Impressions Suite Collection features pretty florals as layered stamp images, textured die cuts, and paper patterns.
 

A layer of Fresh Freesia Cardstock was embossed using the Mini Corrugated 3D Embossing Folder, trimmed to measure 3¾" x 5", and adhered directly to a Fresh Freesia folded card base.

The large elongated oval die from the Impressions Abloom Dies was used to cut a solid oval from the floral pattern shown from the Floral Impressions 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Designer Series Paper. This oval was adhered to the left-hand side of the card front, over the embossed panel, and the overhang trimmed.

The sentiment, from the Impressions Abloom Photopolymer Stamp Set, was stamped using Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Ink on a ¾" x 3½" strip of Basic White Cardstock. Using dies from the Impressions Abloom Dies, two textured flower elements were die cut from Blackberry Bliss Cardstock and one from Misty Moonlight Cardstock, and flower centres die cut from Fresh Freesia Cardstock. The centres were adhered to each flower, and then the three adhered to the left edge of the sentiment strip. The sentiment strip was then adhered to the card front, and the excess trimmed from the right-hand side. Two-Tone Sparkle Gems were added as embellishments.

Shop my top product picks for this project:

Impressions Abloom Bundle
$67.50

Floral Impressions 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper
$17.00

Mini Corrugated 3D Embossing Folder
$15.00

From May 6th, you'll get an extra $55 of added value in your Starter Kit when you sign up as a Stampin' Up!® demonstrator. For just $135, you'll get to choose $165 $220 worth of product. Your kit also includes FREE shipping, additional business supplies, plus all the fun that comes with being a part of my team and the Stampin' Up! creative community. There are so many perks of being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, including a 20-25% product discount, exclusive early access to new products, and the chance to attend demonstrator-only training and crafting events.

If you've earned Stampin' Rewards under the new program that are waiting to be spent, don't worry! You'll see the same rewards in your account once you've signed up as a demonstrator, and can spend them on your next order or choose to save them up just the same.

Sign up online from May 6th, or get in touch if you have any questions. This Starter Kit Special is only available for a limited time, and ends on May 31st.

Our new Annual Catalogue brings us a NEW In Color Collection. This varied collection of vibrant shades is available in coordinating items across our whole product range of cardstock, inks, and colouring tools. You may spot a returning favourite - Strawberry Slush!

Click the colour below to view all available items in that shade in my online store:

Cloud Cover

Darling Duckling

Secret Sea

Strawberry Slush

Timid Tiger

There have been some quality issues with the new Cloud Cover Classic Stampin' Pad and Stampin' Up!® has decided not to make it available for sale. This also means that there will be no ink pad bundle available for this set of In Colors. They have identified that the issue is connected to the chemical makeup of the firm foam in our ink pads, so if you wish to use a Cloud Cover ink pad for stamping you are able to make your own felt ink pad using our uninked Stampin' Spots (sold as a pack of 5; 141822) and the Cloud Cover Classic Stampin' Ink Refill (165279). A Cloud Cover Stampin' Spot is also included in the Classic Stampin' Spot Small Assortment 1 (166716).

The wait for the NEW 2025-2026 Annual Catalogue is over! There's plenty to inspire crafters of all levels, whether you are looking for stamps and bundles to add to your collection or new pretty papers and embellishments to adorn your projects. You'll also find sections dedicated to our expanded range of scrapbooking products, from Workshop Kits for crafters looking for step-by-step projects, to basics and beyond for those wanting to scrapbook from scratch.

Click below to view the catalogue online:

May 6 2025 - May 4 2026
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For two days only on May 2nd and 3rd, Stampin' Up!® is offering DOUBLE Stampin' Rewards!

We're celebrating National Scrapbooking Day with this amazing offer, but it isn't limited to scrapbooking supplies. ALL orders over $25 (excluding tax and shipping) will earn double rewards! New Paper Pumpkin™ subscriptions (prepaid or pay-as-you-go) purchased on May 2nd or 3rd will also qualify.

To earn Stampin' Rewards, all you need to do to join is to log in to your online account at stampinup.ca, and opt in to the rewards program. If you haven't opted in yet, just make sure you do before you place your order. If you don't have an account, you can create one at stampinup.ca, or I can send you an invitation. You can find out more about Stampin' Rewards here.

Don't miss this great special offer. Make sure you place your order on May 2nd or 3rd to earn double rewards!